Logistics Lead (Contract)

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Build the future, spark innovation, and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability, and equity crises through:

  • Renewables and energy services
  • Engineering and design
  • Construction and facility services

To get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers, and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

We’re hiring a Logistics Lead (Contract) to support outbound logistics operations onsite at McKinstry in Spokane. This is a long-term contract role where you’ll play a key part in coordinating shipments, managing documentation, and ensuring materials move efficiently and on time. The estimated duration is 6–12 months, with potential for extension.

If you’re organized, detail-oriented, and enjoy coordinating moving parts, this could be a great fit.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Plan, coordinate, and execute outbound shipments (LTL, FTL, parcel, and freight forwarding)
  • Prepare shipping documentation including bills of lading (BOLs), packing lists, and commercial invoices
  • Support export documentation and ensure compliance with shipping requirements
  • Manage relationships with carriers and coordinate pickups and deliveries
  • Track shipments and provide updates to internal stakeholders
  • Use TMS and ERP systems to manage and document shipping activity
  • Troubleshoot shipping issues and delays as they arise
  • Ensure accuracy and compliance across all shipping processes
  • Support overall outbound logistics and material flow

What You Bring

  • Associate degree required; bachelor’s degree preferred (Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field)
  • 2–5 years of experience in shipping, logistics, or supply chain operations
  • Experience coordinating shipments across multiple modes (LTL, FTL, parcel, etc.)
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Comfortable working with ERP and/or TMS systems

Nice to have:

  • Knowledge of Incoterms
  • Experience with export documentation and freight forwarding
  • Hazmat shipping certification
  • APICS CSCP or CLTD certification

What To Expect

  • Fully onsite role in Spokane
  • Fast-paced, coordination-heavy environment
  • Cross-functional collaboration with internal teams and external carriers
  • Opportunity to support complex logistics operations within a growing organization

This is an hourly contract role, with a pay range of $30.00- $50.00 per hour depending on experience.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment iscontingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.